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OK. Here is my attempt for my Bio…. Please feel free to comment….
Artist Biography
Bradford Rhoades describes himself as an impressionist and surrealist oil painter. Through vivid colors, Rhoades likes to express emotions along with telling a narrative story, which usually has several layers of intrigue and discovery. His work captures those life moments that remind us that life is an amazing adventure. Rhoades tries to suspend these timeless memories and invite us into the story to remind us its ok to daydream and enjoy life.
Bradford was born in Southern California where he received an Associate’s Degree in Art at Saddleback College in California. He later received a Degree in Arts, with an Emphasis in Studio Art at Chico State University, California.
Perhaps around the age of five, Bradford could remember his father oil painting and drawing in their garage. His aunt was also quite skilled at drawing and she had influenced him to draw at a very young age. Rhoades would often sketch and take photographs on family trips and has always enjoyed drawing, painting, sculpting, and photography, throughout his childhood and onto adulthood.
Rhoades was influenced by Artists such as Salvador Dali and Norman Rockwell for their narrative and storytelling, while influenced by other artists such as Henry Matisse, Vincent Van Gogh, and Paul Gauguin for their use of colors and expressions.
Rhoades tries to capture our imagination through his paintings and he hopes to inspire us to look deep within ourselves and for us to “Live, to Love Life.”
He hopes we can all “Live a Life that Matters.” Find your passion!
